One method is using drugs called Benzodiazepines (BZs). These are the most common type of drug to relieve stress and anxiety issues. They work by slowing down the Central Nervous System activity. GABA‚ the hormone responsible for anxiety relief naturally in the human body is enhanced by the BZs. The BZs will also help to reduce the serotonin activity in the brain‚ which is the neurotransmitter which causes stimulation‚ and reduces anxiety as a result. Benzodiazepines have a number of effects that all
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is time consuming as it requires the participant to partake in numerous activities. Some of the activities may be unnecessary in helping a client cope with stress. One biological method of stress management is the use of anti-anxiety drugs. Benzodiazepines (BZs) are a group of drugs which help to reduce stress and anxiety. Drugs such as Valium‚ Xanax and Diazepam are included under this category. They work by connecting themselves to the GABA receptor in the brain. The GABA is one of the most common
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1.Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is often called "liquid ecstasy" because like X‚ it inspires a tendency to be touchy-feely and relaxed. However‚ its overall impact is more sedative than ecstasy‚ as GHB is a powerful relaxant and sleep-inducer‚ whereas X is an activity-inducing amphetamine. In fact‚ X is sometimes taken with GHB to counteract GHB’s mellowing qualities. GHB and metabolites do occur in very small quantities naturally in the human body and some very limited use of the substance has been
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EXAM 2 Study Guide PSCI 3315 (Spring 2012) Anesthetics From a list of anesthetics‚ be able to pick out the general anesthetics and the local ones General Inhaled:desflurane Sevoflurane Isoflurane Enflurane Halothane Methoxyflurane a. IV i. Dizzepam ii. Loraepam iii. Midazolam (drug of choice for IV) Local anesthetics (esters and amides) End in –caine (lidocaine‚ buplvacaine‚ procaine‚ cocaine) Be familiar with the potential adverse effects of general and local anesthetics Local:
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“NARCOTICS” Research Paper In English IV Prepared and Submitted by: Adrian R. Rosasiña Submitted to: Mrs. Felonila Cortado OUTLINE Narcotics Thesis Statement: Narcotics have valuable medical uses‚ however‚ illegal and excessive use of narcotics can endanger people’s lives because of its damaging effects on the mind and body. I. Narcotics Education A. Narcotics B. Kinds of Narcotics C. Characteristics and Medical Uses II. Narcotics Abuse A. Causes
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Controversial Drug It is clear as day that this was a drug reaction. It was stated that Midazolam Hydrochloride an injection and solution used to sedate is used in respiratory depression and respiratory arrest‚ and a medication called Hydromorphone Hydrochloride an opiod injection and pill used to treat moderate to severe pain was used. Midazolam’s initial dose for sedation can be as little as 1mg and should not exceed 2.5mg it should be administered slowly over the course of two minutes‚ and
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u03a2 Product Analysis Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) by Shire INC US Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) is a schedule II narcotic medication prescribed in the United States for Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). Currently it is patented by the pharmaceutical giant Shire Inc. US‚ and the drug is in phase 3 trials for approval to treat binge eating. (Pipeline‚ n.d.) There have been rumors the drug is in trials to treat a range of diseases from schizophrenia‚ narcolepsy
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Alcohol withdrawal symptoms‚ especially DTs‚ can worsen quickly. As a result‚ it’s important to monitor even seemingly minor withdrawal symptoms. If your alcohol consumption has been chronic and heavy‚ you have an increased risk of developing DTs and should not attempt to complete detox at home. By receiving the right treatment during detox can manage withdrawal symptoms and even prevent more serious symptoms from developing. Alcohol Withdrawal Timeline Assuming that a patient has no other medical
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Increase individual fitness and overall unit readiness. Provide services‚ which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce and emphasize alcohol and other drug abuse deterrence‚ prevention‚ education‚ and treatment. Implement alcohol and other drug risk reduction and prevention strategies that respond to potential problems before they jeopardize readiness‚ productivity‚ and careers. Restore to duty those substance-impaired Soldiers who have the potential for continued military
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video we watched) Chapter – 10 and chapter 6 Sedatives and Inhalants 3 main types inhalants book covered and an example of each Basic effects on 2 slides (of solvents) Different types of drugs our book lists as sedatives Barbiturates and Benzodiazepines (what are the differences between them?) Example of a sleep-inducing drug What drugs are used as “date-rape drugs”? Prescription drug abuse Know names of people we discussed and at least 2 drugs that were in his/her system at death Basic
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